
1996 Volvo 850
28 Cruise control, heated rear windows, seat belt reminder light,
bulb failure warning sensor, shiftlock 10A
29 ABS 15A
30 Cigarette lighter 10A
31 ECC blower (speeds 1-3), ECC, AC-compressor 25A
32 Audio system, remote controlled central locking 10A
Location * Amperage
33 Rear window wiper/washer (wagons) 15A
34 Windshield/headlight wipers/washers, horn 25A
35 Instrument panel lights, power sun roof 10A
36 –
37 Power windows, power sun roof AUT/CB **
38 –
39 Power seat (driver's side) AUT/CB **
40 Power seat (passenger's side) AUT/CB **
* Some of the equipment/systems listed may be available on certain model\
s only.
** This is an automatic circuit breaker located in the fuse box and does\
not normally need to be
replaced.
For more detailed information concerning function and location of relays\
, fuses, etc., refer to the Volvo
Service Manuals. These can be purchased directly using the Service Liter\
ature Brochure/Order Form or
through your Volvo retailer. pg. 6:15 Installation of accessories
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Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing of a dull surface.
A wide range of polymer-based car waxes can be purchased today. The waxe\
s are easy to use and
produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork aga\
inst oxidation, road dirt and
fading. pg. 7:6 Cleaning the upholstery
Cleaning the upholstery
The fabric can be cleaned with soapy water or a detergent. For more diff\
icult spots caused by oil, ice
cream, shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/clothing fabric stain r\
emover.
The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild \
soap solution.
Leather upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap soluti\
on. For more different spots,
Volvo offers a leather care kit.
On no account must gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents be used \
on the plastic or the leather
since these can cause damage.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially\
during winter when they
should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed wit\
h a mild detergent.
Bear in mind
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Volvo service
pg. 8:1 Volvo Service
Service - an investment!
An investment which will pay dividends in the form of improved reliabili\
ty, durability, and resale value.
8:2 Label Information
8:3Maintenance service, Warranty
8:4Maintenance schedule
8:6Servicing
8:9Lubrication
8:10Engine oil
8:12Power steering fluid, Brake/clutch system fluid reservoir
8:13Automatic transmission fluid
8:14Drive belt, Air pump system
8:15Windshield washer nozzle, Washer fluid reservoir
8:16Coolant
8:17Engine compartment
pg. 8:2 Label information
1 Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evi\
denced by the certification label
on the underside of the hood. For further information regarding these re\
gulations, please consult your
Volvo retailer.
2 Vacuum hose routing
(underside of hood)
3 Loads and Tire Pressures
(on inside of fuel tank cover)
4 Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery et\
c. This plate is located on panel
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Maintenance services
Your Volvo has passed several major inspections before being delivered t\
o you, according to Volvo
specifications. The maintenance services outlined in this book should be\
performed as indicated. The
extended maintenance service intervals make it even more advisable to fo\
llow this program. Inspection
and service should also be performed any time a malfunction is observed \
or suspected. It is
recommended that receipts for vehicle emission services be retained in t\
he event that questions arise
concerning maintenance. See your "Maintenance Records Manual".
Applicable warranties - U.S.
In accordance with U.S. Federal Regulations, the following list of appli\
cable U.S. warranties is
provided. For Canadian specification vehicles, see your separate warrant\
y booklet.
l New Car Limited Warranty
l Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
l Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
l Seatbelt and Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty
l Emission Design and Defect Warranty
l Emission Performance Warranty
These are the Federal warranties; other warranties are provided as requi\
red by state law. Refer to your
separate Warranty booklet for detailed information concerning each of th\
e warranties.
pg. 8:4 Servicing
Maintenance schedule
A = Adjust (Correct if necessary) I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if \
necessary)
R = Replace L = Lubricate
Maintenance Operation thousand
miles (thousand km) 5
3
(8) 10
(16) 15 3
(25) 20
(32) 25 3
(40) 30
(48) 35 3
(56) 40
(64) 45 3
(72) 50
(80) 55 3
(88) 60
2
(96)
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EMISSION SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
Engine oil and filter
1 R
3 R R 3 R R 3 R R 3 R R 3 R R 3 R
Engine drive belt accessory belt) R
Air cleaner filter R R
Spark plugs R R
Automatic transmission fluid
I
I I I I I
Timing belt - B 5254 S, B 5234 T
4
1) See section "Engine oil" for detailed information.
NOTE: The oil should be changed at these intervals or after 750 hours of\
driving or after 12 months
which ever occurs first. See "Service Reminder indicator",
page 1:5.
2) For services beyond 60,000 miles (96,000 km), consult your "Mainte\
nance records booklet".
3) These intervals may apply, depending on actual driving conditions (\
see page 8:11 for details)
4) For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control syste\
m, Volvo recommends that the
timing belt be replaced every 70,000 (112,000 km).
pg. 8:5 Servicing (cont.)
Maintenance schedule
A = Adjust (Correct if necessary) I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if \
necessary)
R = Replace L = Lubricate
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Unstable idle, misfiring, or poor emission control is often caused by le\
aking vacuum hoses or
connections. Check all vacuum hoses and connections.
Checking and adjusting idle air control system
Your Volvo is equipped with an electronically controlled idle air contro\
l system that requires no
checking or adjustment.
Timing belt
For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, \
Volvo recommends that the
timing belt be replaced every 70,000 miles (112,000 km).
Fuel system cap, tank and lines and connections
The effectiveness of the fuel system to contain hydrocarbons is dependen\
t largely on a leak-free system.
Check for proper sealing of the gasoline filler cap which contains "O" r\
ing type seals.
Fuel (line) filter
The fuel line filter is located next to the fuel pump. For proper functi\
oning of the vehicle and its
emission control systems, the fuel line filter should be replaced at 100\
,000 miles (160,000 km). The
filter is replaced as one complete unit. Replace more frequently if cont\
aminated fuel is introduced into
the tank (or if there is reason to suspect that this has occurred).
Charge air cooler (Intercooler)
The B 5234 Turbo engine employs a turbo-compressor to force air into the\
engine inlet manifold and a
charge air cooler to cool the compressed inlet air. The resulting increa\
se in air flow raises pressure in the
intake manifold by approx. 8.7 psi (over atmospheric pressure) and eng\
ine power output by approx. 50
horsepower over that developed by the normally-aspirated engine. The cha\
rge air cooler (which
resembles a radiator) is located between the turbo-compressor and inlet\
manifold.
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WARNING! Oil spilled on a hot exhaust pipe constitutes a fire
risk.
pg. 8:14 Drive belt, Air pump system
A - crankshaft, B - A/C compressor,
C - generator, D - power steering pump
Belt check
Check the belt regularly to make sure it is in good condition and is cle\
an. A worn or dirty belt can cause
poor cooling and low generator output as well as impair the operation of\
the power steering and the air
conditioning unit.
NOTE : The belt on the 850 is equipped with a self-tensioning mechanism \
and requires no adjustment
between changes.
WARNING! The engine must not be running when this check is
performed.
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